Managing Broker (AB) (12-month contract)

Questrade Financial Group

6d•Remote

About The Position

Questrade Financial Group (QFG) is a diverse financial services company that uses cutting-edge technology to help Canadians become more financially successful and secure. QFG combines human-centric collaboration with AI-driven innovation to redefine financial services. The ideal candidate will be a catalyst for change, using AI to transform and deliver unparalleled customer experiences and shaping a future where AI empowers our teams to do their best work. This is a 12-month contract position operating as the "boots on the ground" representative in Alberta, serving as the primary licensee for Zolo Realty's broker and brokerage operations within the province. This role entails comprehensive management of obligations to all regulatory bodies and boards, alongside providing the subject matter expertise necessary to launch and refine new products, such as EazySell. The core objective is to drive transaction volume growth through the strategic oversight of direct agents and external partners. An ideal candidate will already be licensed as a Broker in the province and have years of management experience.

Requirements

Hold an active RECA Broker License: Must currently hold, or be immediately eligible to register for, an active "Broker" level licence with the Real Estate Council of Alberta (RECA).
Maintain suitability and professional standing: Must be in good standing with RECA with a history of professional conduct, demonstrating the ability to pass RECA’s background and suitability reviews.
Act as a regulatory liaison: Act as the primary point of contact for RECA, ensuring immediate notification (within 5 business days) of any structural, corporate, or roster changes within the brokerage.
Provide practice review & audit leadership: Lead the brokerage through scheduled or unannounced RECA Practice Reviews (audits) and ensure the accurate, timely submission of the annual accountant's report.
Manage financial risk mitigation: Maintain zero-tolerance protocols for trust account deficits, improper commission payouts, or unauthorized handling of consumer deposits.
Ensure advertising & branding compliance: Review and approve all brokerage advertising, social media marketing, and associate-administered websites to guarantee strict alignment with RECA’s advertising rules (e.g., clear display of the brokerage’s licensed name, no misleading claims).
Oversee misconduct investigation & reporting: Proactively identify and investigate "red flags" (e.g., suspicious financial transactions, fraudulent documentation, or rule breaches). Must understand and execute the statutory duty to mitigate consumer harm and report serious licensee misconduct directly to RECA.
Handle insurance and dispute resolution: Manage consumer and industry disputes, and oversee the brokerage’s mandatory Errors and Omissions insurance through the Real Estate Insurance Exchange (REIX).
Have several years of brokerage or team management experience.
Possess in-depth knowledge of the regulatory landscape and guidelines, to help shape Zolo’s future products.
Are a self-starter, willing to leverage Zolo’s cloud architecture to maximize transaction count and lead conversion.

Nice To Haves

Already licensed as a Broker in the province
Years of management experience

Responsibilities

Maintain and uphold in good standing the Zolo Realty AB Broker and Brokerage License, serving as the designated provincial Managing Broker in good standing.
Recruit and onboard new agents to optimize Zolo's lead distribution across targeted geographic sectors.
Oversee and coordinate with external Zolo partner agents to ensure operational coverage in remote regions.
Act as the definitive subject matter expert for AB agents regarding transactional guidance and regulatory compliance.
Serve as the provincial lead for new product deployments, providing the strategic insight required for successful and compliant launches.
Develop compliance and sales training.